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What’s new? Read our August 2021 e- bulletin
Our latest news bulletin is packed with useful information for and about voluntary health organisations. Download it here Sign up to receive it direct each month … [Read more...] about What’s new? Read our August 2021 e- bulletin
Falling Off a Cliff at 65: serious mental health issues in later life, Feb 2021
VHS and The Open University are hosting two, invitation only, round table meetings to continue the discussions on serious mental health issues later in life. The issue we are seeking to address is the situation some people with serious mental health conditions (other than or alongside dementia) … [Read more...] about Falling Off a Cliff at 65: serious mental health issues in later life, Feb 2021
Falling Off a Cliff at 65: serious mental health issues in later life, March 2021
VHS and The Open University are hosting two, invitation only, round table meetings to continue the discussions on serious mental health issues later in life. The issue we are seeking to address is the situation some people with serious mental health conditions (other than or alongside dementia) … [Read more...] about Falling Off a Cliff at 65: serious mental health issues in later life, March 2021
Other
As well as core health areas VHS is involved in other policy topics including, volunteering in NHS Scotland and action for health literacy. We co-convene the Health Policy Officers Network with The Queen's Nursing Institute Scotland VHS is a member of the National Group for the Volunteering in … [Read more...] about Other
VHS is recruiting: Policy Engagement Officer
We are currently seeking a full-time Policy Engagement Officer. We would love to hear from you if this role excites you and matches your skills and experience. Closing date for applications is 9.00 am, Monday 5th July 2021. VHS is Scotland’s leading intermediary and network for the voluntary … [Read more...] about VHS is recruiting: Policy Engagement Officer
Felicity’s Blog: Reaching & serving new parents during the pandemic
The National Breastfeeding Helpline has always strived to provide an accessible service that is equal for all who need it. We are open from 9.30am-9.30pm 365 days a year on 0300 100 0212. We provide non-judgemental, evidence based, empathic breastfeeding support and information to anyone who needs … [Read more...] about Felicity’s Blog: Reaching & serving new parents during the pandemic
Current work
Here is a taste of just some of the work we are doing 2021. Keep an eye out for new posts on these. Covid-19, its impact on health inequalities, the need for an equitable roll-out of the vaccine, and the third sector's roll in recovery and renewal continue to dominate our work. Keep up to date … [Read more...] about Current work
Charities Call for Action on Non-Communicable Disease Prevention
One in five deaths caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are preventable in Scotland. A group of ten of Scotland’s leading health charities, are calling for immediate and urgent action on health harming products such as alcohol, tobacco and unhealthy food and drink to prioritise public health … [Read more...] about Charities Call for Action on Non-Communicable Disease Prevention
Update on the COVID-19 Highest Risk List
Update on the Highest Risk List in Scotland from the Scottish Government The Highest Risk List (HRL) will end on 31 May. The Scottish Government has highlighted this is a positive step as there is no longer a need for the vast majority of people who have been on the Highest Risk List to consider … [Read more...] about Update on the COVID-19 Highest Risk List
